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Shah Mosque
The Shah Mosque is located in Tehran,Iran. It is recognized to be one of the most gorgeous creations of the Persian empire in the Islamic era. The construction of the mosque began from 1611 and was successfully completed in 1629. Built during the Safavid Empire under the ruler Shah Abbas, the Shah Mosque, serves as a symbol of excellence in the Islamic era. The architectural mastermind behind it all is Ali-Akhbar Isfahani. His innovative way of thinking led him to having an inscription of his name in the mosque above the doorway. The Shah Mosque is intricately detailed with 18 million bricks and 475,000 tiles. They incorporated the seven color style of tile mosaic to amplify the beauty of the exterior.

The breathtakingly beautiful Shah Mosque is a popular tourist attraction. Millions of visitors will come to Tehran to witness the beauty of the mosque in person. It's vibrant interior will take anyones breathe away. The geographical and historical elements behind this structure is it does not coincide with the axis of Mecca. The intention was to create the mosque to be visible from any angle in the Naqsh-e-Jahan square. Therefore, it stands as the center of attention. In such a prosperous city of Tehran, the area thrives with an abundance of culture and rich history.